Two editions of the book "Hallel Hagadol", verses of gratitude customarily recited in Turkish communities during various holidays and festivals.
1. Hallel Hagadol, "…the custom in Izmir… on Hosha'anah Raba, and on Shemini Atzeret…", [Constantinople], 1882. [Ya'ari, Hebrew Printing in Constantinople, 569].
12 leaves. 18.5 cm. Good condition. Tear and inscriptions on final page. Stains. New binding.
2. Hallel Hagadol , "Verses, songs, praise and thanks… to be said in appreciation of a miracle… I said it for the benefit of the public to have them in the correct order…", Rabbi Chaim Palagi. Izmir, [1890].
8 leaves. 20 cm. Very good condition. New binding.
Hebrew and Ladino.
From Dr. Israel Mehlman's private collection.